ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN I (UPWARD MOBILITY)

Agency : Department of Corrections - Sheridan Correctional Center Closing Date/Time: 12/21/2023 Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $3,869/Month; CBA applies; Full Range: $3,869-$5,350/Month Job Type: Salaried Full Time County: LaSalle Number of Vacancies: 1 Plan/BU: RC014 This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
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Posting Identification Number 33681 Position Overview The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking for a candidate to serve as an Account Technician I t work at the Sheridan Correctional Center in the Business Office.
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, task oriented, has excellent organizational skills, show great attention to detail and is a team player.
This position serves as Trust Fund Officer for the Inmate Trust Fund.
Responsibilities include updating individual in custody accounts in the Fund and Accounting and Commissary Trading System (FACTS) and reconciling accounts.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
If interested in this position, please apply according to the instructions on the job posting.
Job Responsibilities Maintains a complex set of books for individuals in custody within the Inmate Trust Fund utilizing the Funds Account and Commissary Trading System (FACTS).
Coordinates and performs technical accounting work for Travel and Allowance fund disbursement for discharged or paroled individuals in custody.
Writes checks from individuals in custody Trust Fund System.
Completes monthly payroll computer posting of all individuals in custody into the Inmate Trust Fund.
Posts restrictions against individuals in custody accounts upon receipt of IDOC 0047 (Response to Individual in Custody’s Grievance form) from Programs and Adjustment Committees.
Assists other Business Office staff in the performance of duties and serves as back up to other Account Technician I’s.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of two (2) years of college and completion of an approved training course or three (3) years of related clerical bookkeeping experience.
Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program, may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the state requirements for this classification.
Preferred Qualifications Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience maintaining a complex set of accounting books.
Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience posting to accounts.
Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience reconciling accounts with an accurate balance.
Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience preparing reports regarding Trust Fund accounts.
Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience producing end of the month general ledger accounts.
Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience closing accounts.
Prefers at least one (1) year of work experience applying state/non-state accounting procedures and techniques.
Prefers at least one (1) year of work experience following office methods and procedures.
Prefers at least one (1) year work experience applying principles/functions of standard office accounting machines and equipment.
Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check Requires ability to pass a drug screen.
The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion.
This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training.
We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success.
IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included.
Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression.
The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization.
Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs.
The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities.
The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Work Hours: 8:00AM-4:00PM Sat/Sun Days Off Work Location: Sheridan Correctional Center - 4017 E 2603rd Rd Sheridan, IL 60551-9502 Agency Contact: Faith Ann Dirosa, Human Resources Representative Email: DOC.
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HR@illinois.
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This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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